How bad is flying economy these days?

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Some background - in standard PH director style we only ever fly business (or premium as an absolute worst case), last time I flew economy was short haul about 20 years ago.

Now I've found an absolute bargain trip and five star hotel in the Seychelles but economy flights only are available (last minute booking).

Is long haul economy actually tolerable for PH director level people which could be worth it for such a bargain trip, or will it ruin the experience because basic economy is so terrible?